← A Century of Flight: 100 Years of Aviation

Season 1

4 episodes · 2004

  1. 1Those Daring Young Men

    29 Jun 2004 · 1 hr 24 min

    Take flight with the legendary pioneers in aviation, from the Wright Brothers to barnstormers to the breathtaking exploits of the record setters. Re-live the thrilling key events from the early days of aviation history

  2. 2Hawks and Doves

    06 Jul 2004 · 1 hr 20 min

    Climb aboard streaking fighter planes, thundering bombers and daring re-con flights - this disc explores the thrilling story of wartime aviation. Flying precision air strikes, strafing, or dodging flak, brave wartime pilots gave real meaning to "grace under fire."

  3. 3The Space Race

    13 Jul 2004 · 1 hr 24 min

    Discover the fascinating story of space exploration - the breathtaking quest to conquer the final frontier. From courageous test pilots "pushing the envelope" to John Glenn's gallant mission to Neil Armstrong's first steps on the moon - the heroic saga is all here.

  4. 4Bonus Material

    20 Jul 2004 · 1 hr 41 min

    Five extraordinary stories from the annals of aviation, specially selected for this bonus DVD. Includes a profile of the daring Chuck Yeager, the story of WWII bomber Memphis Belle, plus a moving tribute to the space shuttle Columbia - and more.